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College Funding

Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

Mortgage Acceleration

This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.

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Cheaper Hearing Aids Are Coming to a Store Near You

Thanks to a recent regulatory shift, it’s now possible to buy an effective hearing aid without a medical exam or a prescription, potentially for a lot less money.

Child Care Is a Budget Buster: Take Advantage of These Tax Breaks

A tax credit and/or dependent-care flexible spending account might help offset some of the costs paid for a nanny, babysitter, day care, preschool, or day camp.

Diversifying with Market Caps

The S&P 500 Index ended 2022 down 19.4%. Midsize and smaller companies also lost ground but generally held their value better than large companies. This article explains why holding stocks in companies of different sizes can help diversify a portfolio.

Breaking Down Clean Vehicle Tax Credits for Business Owners

Business owners may be able to claim one of two new federal tax credits to help offset the cost to purchase certain clean vehicles.

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